Category / Prosthodontics / Restorative Dentistry
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Do My Medications Affect My Teeth? What Your Dentist Isn’t Telling You
There is a conversation that happens far too rarely in dental waiting rooms across Australia. A patient sits down, hands over their medical history form, lists the medications they take daily, and then watches as that information is filed away without much comment. The appointment proceeds, the teeth are checked, and the patient leaves none…
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Facial Trauma and Your Teeth: How a Prosthodontist Can Help You Rebuild
Facial trauma can happen to anyone, at any age. A fall from a bike, a sporting collision, a car accident, a workplace incident, in a single moment, teeth can be knocked out, fractured, or driven into the jaw. Bone can be broken. Soft tissue can be torn. The physical impact is immediate and obvious, but…
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New Year, New Smile: Why Now Is the Perfect Time for Your Smile Transformation
There’s something about the turn of a new year that makes us want to improve ourselves in some way. We join gyms, organise our lives and set ambitious goals. But while many New Year’s resolutions fade by February, investing in your smile is one commitment that delivers lasting results you’ll appreciate every single day. For…
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Understanding Prosthodontics: What It Is and Why It Matters
Your dental health is more than just a bright smile. It’s linked to your overall well-being. That’s why understanding the different areas of dentistry matters, especially if you’re dealing with missing or damaged teeth. In this article, we’ll break down what prosthodontics is, what a prosthodontist does, how they differ from general or cosmetic dentists,…
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How to Prepare for a Full Mouth Reconstruction
Unlike cosmetic dentistry, where the purpose is primarily aesthetic, a full mouth reconstruction is often done for functionality with the overall aim of improving the patient’s oral health. A full mouth reconstruction is an option for those who require an outcome that restores or replaces all or nearly all teeth.. Undergoing the process of a…
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Are Porcelain Veneers Worth It?
With the rise in people using social media and the number of platforms people are using to follow their favourite artists and actors, visible changes in people’s smiles have become a lot more noticeable. In fact, it’s fair to say that social media has given rise to the promotion of smile enhancements through cosmetic dental…
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How Your Prosthodontist Will Determine Your Treatment
Seeing a specialist about your smile is exciting but also daunting. There are many treatment options to discuss with your prosthodontist and you might be aware of some of them, or maybe you don’t know about any. Either way, a patient will usually focus on the desired outcome, but it’s the job of the prosthodontist…
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Do You Have Soft Teeth?
Many people who think they have “soft teeth” actually have teeth that are less likely to hold up to everyday wear and tear even with a good oral hygiene routine. Those who believe they may suffer from such a condition are more likely to have regular dental appointments as a result of tooth sensitivity, cavities,…
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Your Smile & Your Well-being
Smiling, it’s good for you! There are many reasons to smile as it provides many benefits to your health and well-being. However, there are some lifestyle choices that can be extremely harmful to our oral health. In this article, we will look at the positives of smiling on your well-being and the negative lifestyle choices…
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Dental Veneers: Maintaining a Lasting Smile
Sometimes referred to as ‘instant orthodontics’, veneers can achieve a rapid cosmetic fix compared to the time required for conventional orthodontics. The most two common types of veneers are porcelain and composite veneers. Both types can transform your smile. Dental veneers are a thin casing of porcelain or composite resin that is bonded to the…
